Aggressive behavior in dogs occurs for many reasons. Perhaps it's an issue with dominance and communication between your dog and you. It could be a habit that never got corrected when he/she was a puppy. However, the earlier the aggression is ...

We all remember the times when we were children, hiding under our covers or running into our parents beds when a storm was lashing just outside our windows. We remember being frightened by the loud noises, never knowing when it was going to co...

During stormy months it is not uncommon to hear the sound of a scared dog wailing just before or after loud thunderclaps. Ask ten dog owners and at least seven of them will have has some experience with a dog afraid of thunder and lightning. T...

In a previous article we looked at three ways you may employ to help to prevent or reduce the development of dog separation anxiety in your best pal. And in this article we will outline three more tips which can help with the problem to make l...

She was perfect! As soon as you saw her, it was love at first site - for both of you. As if the sea parted so you could meet your new BFF, there she was. Healthy coat of thick black fur. One green eye and one blue one, and the weirdest bark yo...

A dog which is not sufficiently exercised or mentally stimulated may be much more prone to displaying signs of separation anxiety than a happy, well exercised and alert dog. The issues of boredom and anxiety are different to as a responsible d...

The anal glands (also known as the anal sacs) are positioned on either side of the anus. Their purpose is to assist dogs in marking their territory. Dogs raise their tails and release some anal gland fluid when they meet other dogs. It is also...

If you have a dog who gets overly stressed during a thunderstorm or 4th of July fireworks or who is traumatized by riding in the car, you may have tried an anxiety wrap in the hopes of helping your dog, but you see no positive results. Unfortu...

Dog separation anxiety is not a good thing for either dog or owner. That said the steps which you can take to seek to help prevent your dog developing the condition can be simple, straightforward and can be very effective indeed. Let's take a ...

An unexpected visitor can be a big source of anxiety in dogs, so having a well thought out plan of action is essential to help your dog cope and allow you to enjoy your visitors. You may already be aware of what kinds of people trigger your do...